This custom-built home, overlooking the majestic Tennessee River, offers a peaceful sanctuary in beautiful East Tennessee! The property is in the private Espalier Bay gated community with amenities that include of course your own private riverfront access, community clubhouse, gated boat storage, boat ramp, picnic/grill area, exercise room, and the natural walking/biking trail of the main community road that runs throughout. This home has an open floor plan with big floor to ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light and big views of the river. The cozy stone fireplace is lovely for relaxing in the winter. During the warmer months, you'll want to spend your time on the back deck watching the wildlife that drifts through, including deer almost daily and an occasional eagle soar above. You can head down to the river for fishing, canoeing, kayaking or just taking a dip to cool off. The back deck is also the best spot for morning coffee while you watch the big boats drift by or catch the spectacular sunsets or just stargaze at our amazing nighttime sky. The house has a fully modern kitchen with gas range/oven, smart refrigerator, slow close drawers, under cabinet lighting, granite countertops, big spacious island and custom cabinets. The master suite is on the main level with walk-in shower, walk-in closets and double sinks. Also, on the main is the front foyer with over-sized double front doors, half bath, laundry room, mud room and two other bedrooms with full bath. There is a bonus room upstairs. The backyard is fully fenced in for small children and pets. The property is 15 minutes from I-75, shopping and restaurants, 45 minutes to Knoxville airport and 2 hours to the Great Smoky Mountains. This home is a slice of Heaven....Bring your boat and fishing poles and come soak up the fresh air and sunshine in beautiful East Tennessee!